2000 Honda Shuttle vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 1 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Shuttle. (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Shuttle. 2000 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Honda Shuttle | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Shuttle | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |